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bivouac
Definition:
(nou) temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers (nou) a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbɪvʊæk
Examples:
They are normally extensible and raise the heights of the bivouac.
The last elements departed the bivouac area on that date.
There is a bivouac hut at the high snow saddle of the Col.
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Common mistakes of bivouac pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "biv-o-'wac". The correct pronunciation is "ˈbɪv.ə.wæk" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some might say "biv-o-wack" with a long "o". The correct sounds are "ɪ" as in "bit" and "ə" as in "sofa". Tip: Practice the vowel sounds separately to improve clarity.
- Omitting the final consonant: A common mistake is to drop the "k" sound, resulting in "bivouac" sounding like "bivoua". The correct form is "ˈbɪv.ə.wæk". Tip: Emphasize the "k" at the end to ensure you pronounce it fully.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some learners might say "biv-o-wack" with exaggerated emphasis on "o". The correct pronunciation is more balanced: "ˈbɪv.ə.wæk". Tip: Keep the second syllable light and quick for a natural flow.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "bivouac" with "biwak" or "bivouacked". Remember, "bivouac" is pronounced "ˈbɪv.ə.wæk". Tip: Practice saying "bivouac" in context to differentiate it from similar terms.